From culinary masterpieces to premier sporting events -- read inside to see what special Downtown events you won't want to miss this month!
Welcome to the City of Edmonton Downtown Newsletter. This is the spot where communities come together to celebrate, learn, share and create unforgettable memories – all against the background of our ever-evolving Downtown. This month we are launching a new look for this newsletter, so you might notice some improvements! Thank you for your interest and passion for building a vibrant Downtown.
This Saturday, let's (bike) party!
Be a part of the official kick-off for the opening of the Downtown Bike Network! Featuring:
FIVE themed pitstops
Food trucks and music
Live demos by FISE pros (BMX allstars!)
Free fitness classes
Games and prizes
More!
When: Saturday August 26 Time: 10-3pm, 11am Opening Ceremony at Main Stage Where: All over the Downtown Bike Network
Back by popular demand, the folks at Culinary Lab are bringing back another round of fine dining – this time to celebrate Canada 150.
Culinary Lab 2 will take place in two seatings, at 5 p.m. and 8:30 p.m., on the 27th floor of the Epcor Tower. Experience incredible chefs, delectable food, and live music on the rooftop terrace. Tickets are already 80% sold out – so don’t delay.
Enjoy music and explore the grounds at the Alberta Legislature. Folk, roots or rock & roll music enliven the Capital Plaza during Fridays at the Legislature, on August 18, 25 and September 1.
Meanwhile, you can download the Agents of Discovery app anytime and explore the grounds with this family-friendly mobile game. For more information click here.
Back to school at MacEwan's new student building
If you’re taking a walk down 109 Street this fall, don’t forget to take in the sight of the new Students’ Association of MacEwan University (SAMU) building between 104 and 105 Avenues.
Construction is slated to finish this September on the LEED Silver and WELL Silver certified facility. Here, students will be invited to study, socialize, host clubs, grab a bite and hold events. Keep up to date on the SAMU website.
Events you won't want to miss
September 4 | Tour of Alberta | 5 p.m. to 7:26 p.m. Experience this fast-paced cycling race first-hand. (Details here.)
September 6 | MacEwan/NorQuest Campus Block Party | 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. These two schools are collaborating to throw the biggest and best welcome back event for students, staff and faculty. Motorists, take heart – with a student population of about 35,000 between all of these great institutions, this means the heart of Edmonton’s Downtown Education District is going to be one busy place! (Details here.)
September 9 | Cornfest at Alex Decouteau Park | 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Enjoy free local corn on the cob and help celebrate the opening of our new park. (Details here.)
September 12 to 14 | Opportunities North Conference Join business, government and community leaders to discuss critical issues facing the Edmonton and Northern region. (Details here.)
September 13 to 17 | Breakout West Conference and Music Fest Experience this four-day conference, three-night music festival which culminates in the Western Canadian Music Awards. (Details here.)
September 15 to 17 | FISE World Action Sports Festival Hawrelak Park is home to this action-packed skateboarding and BMX exhibition. Bring the family! (Details here.)
September 16 | Alex Decouteau Park Dedication Ceremony Be part of the dedication ceremony of Downtown’s newest park. (Details here.)
Current traffic disruptions
These are some of the roadways that will be impacted by closures in coming weeks.
102 Ave EB, 95 St to 97 St, reduced to single lane until VLRT construction begins. (Use 103A Ave)
Total closure of 99 St, 102 Ave to 102A Ave, until early Sept. Cyclists asked to dismount at Festival site.
105 Ave, 105 St to 116 St, parking banned and some delays until early September.
76 Ave, 105 St to 108 St, closed until early Sept.
104 St SB, 82 Ave to University Ave, reduced to 1 lane during non-peak hours & 2 lanes for peak hours until late Sept.
Long-term roadway impacts:
102 Ave, 124 St to 111 St, closed to WB traffic in for the installation of a Cycle Track until late Oct.
111 Ave EB, 91 St to 92 St, reduced to single lane and south sidewalk closed. Use 107A Ave or 118 Ave.
105 Street at the north end of the Walterdale Bridge, various lane closures until late Sept. Use 99 Street/Scona Road.
105 St NBD, 104 Ave to 105 Ave, closed for 2.5 years. (Use 109 St or 101 St.)
102 St, 103 Ave to 104 Ave: reduced to one lane in each direction until the end of the calendar year.
103 Ave, 102 St to 104 St, reduced to one lane in each direction until the end of the calendar year.
102 Ave, 103 St to 105 St, closed Saturdays 6am to 4pm until mid Oct. (Use Jasper Ave or 103 Ave.)
103 St, 103 Ave to 104 Ave, permanently closed to traffic. Sidewalks also closed. (Use 104 St or 101 St.)
102 Av, 121 St to 112 St, closed to WB traffic until late Oct. The North sidewalk will also be closed in phases.
97 St, 107A Ave to 111 Ave, reduced to one lane in each direction until late Oct. (Use 95 St or 101 St.)
Jasper Ave/82 St, 92 St to 111 Ave and 109 St to 115 St, reduced to single lane in each direction until late Oct.
112 Ave, 82 St to 90 St and 82 St, 112 Ave to 115 Ave will be reduced to single lane until late Oct.
Traffic impacts and timelines are subject to frequent and sudden changes. The Current Traffic Disruptions Map is updated every 15 minutes and includes collisions, construction, event detours and emergency closures.
